Die Logistik
Example: Die Logistik sorgt dafür, dass die Waren pünktlich ankommen.
Definition
"Die Logistik" refers to the process and management of planning, implementing, and controlling the efficient flow and storage of goods, services, and related information from origin to consumption, ensuring timely delivery, as in the phrase: "Die Logistik sorgt dafür, dass die Waren pünktlich ankommen."
Etymology
The word "die Logistik" comes from the Greek word 'logistikos,' meaning skilled in calculating, which passed into Latin and French before entering German. Originally related to mathematical calculation and reasoning, it evolved to describe military supply and later extended to business and transportation management.
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"Die Logistik" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Entrepreneurship - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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